Carrie Dennett offered important tip in Washington Post
last evening on the need to maintain healthy guts.
Scientists looking for roots of chronic disease as well
connection between nutrition and health, might find the answer in your gut, and
what they are fed. One reason that the state of your intestinal ecosystem has a
profound effect on your health is that one layer of cells is all that separates
your immune system from the contents of your gut, and inflammation is our
immune system’s main weapon against foreign invaders.
As she and other scientists point out, a healthy, balanced
gut microbiota promotes a strong immune system and lower levels of chronic
inflammation. An unhealthy microbiota has been linked to obesity,
allergies, asthma and autoimmune disorders.
Because everything we eat comes into contact with our
microbiota, a diet high in refined, heavily processed foods will send our
microbiota out of balance. The relationship between food and the microbiota is
a two-way street: The food we eat affects the composition of our microbiota,
and the composition of our microbiota affects how we digest and absorb our
food.
It is therefore advisable to choose a plant-based diet with lots of fiber and
regular consumption of fermented foods that nourish and stimulate beneficial
bacteria, which over time can shift the balance of your microbiota in a
healthier direction. Although many plant foods contain fermentable, prebiotic
fiber, some of the richest sources are : artichokes, asparagus, bananas,
plantains, barley, rye, wheat, alliums (garlic, leeks, onion), brassicas
(broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts), jicama, lentils, chickpeas, red beans
and soy products.
From the point of health of skin, Herbally Radiant has also
been promoting organic diet and skin care products made out of natural organic
ingredients. All Herbally Radiant products are, therefore, made with USDA
certified organic ingredients. These are
most skin-friendly and help maintain the elasticity of skin, prevent premature
aging signs and rejuvenate skin cells. We also advise antioxidant rich foods that fight
disease and premature aging by reducing inflammation, latter is the leading
cause of wrinkle formation. Some of the best sources of antioxidants are : Blueberries, Pomegranates, Acai
berries, Goji berries, Spinach, Raspberries, Nuts, Seeds, Purple grapes, green
tea, etc.
Free
radicals form in our bodies and cause major damage to our cell structures. The
different nutrient-rich foods we eat neutralize them. In order to fight off the different kinds of
free radicals, you need to consume the widest variety of antioxidants.
Of
course, adequate drinking of water to keep skin well hydrated and keeping skin
well moisturized and nourished with healthy nutrients are the usual essential
steps for a supple and revitalized skin.
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